Quail Eggs With Caviar

Quail eggs are the smallest egg in the culinary marketplace—each one is a bite. They taste similar to chicken eggs, but are considered a delicacy because they are farmed in a limited quantity.

Quail eggs make marvelous bite-sized canapés. Their delicate flavor complements caviar perfectly. Here is a classic recipe that uses the best caviar you can afford; but it also works well with inexpensive roe. Consider alternating a black or dark-colored roe with some salmon or trout caviar for an exciting color contrast.

As an alternative to passing these delicious bites with cocktails, you can serve one or two to each dinner guest as an amuse bouche.